Cape Town Travel Guide

Cape Town Overview

The lure of a holiday in Cape Town lies in its spectacular
setting and the beauty of its natural environment, as well as the
rich cultural diversity of its people.

It has had a long and turbulent history, and the effects of
Apartheid still linger in the minds and hearts of the people.
Transformation, however, has led to a feeling of hope in this new
'Rainbow Nation', which can be experienced in the cosmopolitan city
centre of Cape Town. Flower sellers, business executives, parking
attendants, office workers and shoppers all rub shoulders in a
setting of both historical and modern buildings, backed by the
city's most famous landmark, Table Mountain. The colourful Malay
Quarter, the remains of District Six, St George's Cathedral,
Government Avenue and the old Castle are historically significant,
while world-class African and international restaurants tempt
travellers with their culinary delights. Although an African city,
Cape Town has a marked European influence and visitors can
experience the excitement of Africa from the comforts of First
World surroundings.

Cape Town's unique setting means that it can be enjoyed from
various vantage points: Table Mountain, Lion's Head, and Signal
Hill provide breathtaking vistas over the city bowl and the Cape
peninsula with its beautiful beaches; trips to Robben Island offer
a dramatic sweep of scenery across to Table Bay; and harbour tours
and old buildings await exploration at the cosmopolitan Waterfront.
Many scenic routes meander along magnificent stretches of coastline
and inland terrain leading to special places like Cape Point, the
meeting place of the cold Benguela and warm Mozambique currents;
and Chapman's Peak, which boasts one of the most picturesque drives
in the country.

It is a city with four distinct seasons, each working its
particular magic on Cape Town and bringing with it a flood of
associations - summer and white sandy beaches, autumn's crisp
colours, the ferocity of stormy seas in winter, and spring's show
of Cape
flowers.

This vast combination of culture, history and scenery leads to
an unforgettable experience. This is a special place with much to
contribute towards its growing reputation as a favoured travel
destination.

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